Cameron Mander is a prominent New Zealand jurist serving as a Justice of the High Court, appointed in 2017. With a distinguished legal career spanning over three decades, he previously practiced as a barrister and solicitor with experience in civil and criminal litigation. He is particularly noted for presiding over the high-profile trial and sentencing of Brenton Tarrant, the perpetrator of the 2019 Christchurch mosque shootings, in 2020, where Tarrant was sentenced to life imprisonment without parole. Mander's judicial approach emphasizes fairness and thoroughness in complex cases. Throughout his career, he has contributed to New Zealand's legal system through his work in various courts and his involvement in legal education and professional bodies. His appointment to the High Court was praised for bringing experienced advocacy skills to the bench. Mander maintains a low public profile outside his professional duties, focusing on upholding the principles of justice in New Zealand's judiciary.